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Aromatherapy derived from herbal
medicine has ancient roots and history supporting women’s health throughout the lifecycle. It is enjoying a resurgence
of interest as women seek safe and effective options for their healthcare conditions.
Burns et al (2000) published
an eight-year evaluative study of 8,058 women using aromatherapy during labor and childbirth. The findings indicated that
aromatherapy was helpful for anxiety, pain and nausea during labor.
Women’s health and running are areas
where aromatherapy is especially well suited. The physical and emotional discomforts of PMS, menopause, infertility, menstrual
irregularities, childbirth, cancer treatment and stress can be improved with aromatherapy. A runners nagging soreness, stiffness
and pain with the desire to have a safe, external source of relief to carry in their bag for immediate comfort
can be accomplished with an aromatherapy lotion blend. Below are some examples of therapeutic essential oils, helpful
as single oils, or synergistically blended for enhanced effect.
Lavender- popular oil for stress,
headaches, anxiety, insomnia and depression (Aches and Pains, Runners Relief, Sweet Dreams)
Geranium-
calming and balancing for stress, adrenal support, PMS and menopausal symptoms (Women's Balance Blend)
Ylang-ylang-
sensual, exotic fragrance, calming irritability, anxiety and anger (Sweet Dreams, Woman's Balance Blend)
Clary
sage- exceptionally relaxing and balancing for emotional and hormonal conditions, Infertility, PMS, Menopause (Woman's
Balance Blend)
Roman Chamomile- calming, helpful with menstrual cramps, aches, pains, insomnia, balancing
for teenage-menopausal symptoms (Aches and Pains, Runners Relief, Sweet Dreams)
Rose- "Queen of
Flowers", anxiety, post-partum depression, grief support (Woman's Balance Blend)
Women’s
Balance Blend- combines five essential oils to provide hormonal and emotional balance, easing the discomforts of PMS,
infertility and menopause. (best results when used with Women’s Balance Points™ for three cycles)
Aches and Pains Blend- eases daily aches and pain from overuse, illness and injury Runners
Relief blend- soothes stiff, sore and aching muscles from workouts and promotes energized competition
Energy Boost- a fresh, pleasant energizing blend of rosemary, mint and citrus boosts energy and enhances
alertness.
Sweet Dreams- a calming blend of soothing chamomile, lavender and exotic ylang-ylang
to calm frazzled nerves by day and encourage deep sleep at night
These essential oils are very safe used externally only
and always diluting 1-5 drops/tsp unscented lotion before applying to the skin for normal healthy adults. Special precautions
must be observed for individuals with high blood pressure, epilepsy, cancer, allergies and pregnancy to name a few. For
best results consult a professional knowledgeable about aromatherapy and your medical condition
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